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Diabetes Res Clin Pract May 2018 PMID 29522789

Effect of dietary carbohydrate restriction on glycemic control in adults with diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Emma Sainsbury, Nathalie V Kizirian, Stephanie R Partridge, Timothy Gill, Stephen Colagiuri, Alice A Gibson

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a generally supportive attitude towards low-carbohydrate strategies, notably with comments like 'reducir el aporte de carbohidratos' and questions about whether the studies included are truly low-carb diets, indicating active engagement with the evidence and implications for diabetes care. Words like 'evidencias' and questions about methodology highlight a degree of critical thinking and recognition of potential influence on health practices.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that reducing carbohydrate intake can help manage diabetes, as seen in comments referencing lower HbA1c and evidence for carbohydrate reduction.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest by referencing clinical outcomes, personal relevance for diabetes management, and evolving dietary strategies.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by questioning the studies' scope, highlighting specific terms like 'low-carb' and 'carbohydrate-restricted,' and citing the potential significance of these findings.

ImpactModerate impact

There is a perception that this research could influence dietary recommendations and treatment approaches, underscored by phrases about evidence and management improvements.

Abstract in brief

  • A systematic review and meta-analysis of 25 RCTs involving 2412 adults with diabetes found that carbohydrate-restricted diets (26% of total energy) can lead to greater reductions in HbA1c levels at 3 and 6 months compared to high carbohydrate diets, but no significant differences were observed at 12 or 24 months.
  • Moderately restricted diets (26-45% of total energy) showed no significant advantage over high carbohydrate diets at any time point.
  • While the evidence quality has some limitations, the findings suggest that carbohydrate-restricted diets could be a personalized option for managing blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes.]
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Saúl Sánchez
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Cada vez más evidencias acerca de la posibilidad de reducir el aporte de carbohidratos para mejorar el manejo de la diabetes en adultos. https://t.co/P5FnL7ekF9

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Kansanparantaja
@Kansanparantaja · X

@upRootNutrition In your opinion, are the studies included in that meta-analysis low-carb? One example:https://t.co/Cai5AhdvB8 "carbohydrate-restricted diets (≤45% of total energy)"

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Jideako
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Osaretin Victor Asemota
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Jorge Riquelme
@RiquelmeJorge · X

RT @SaulNutri: Cada vez más evidencias acerca de la posibilidad de reducir el aporte de carbohidratos para mejorar el manejo de la diabetes…

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Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

Cada vez más evidencias acerca de la posibilidad de reducir el aporte de carbohidratos para mejorar el manejo de la diabetes en adultos. https://t.co/P5FnL7ekF9

Mar 4, 2021 · 16 likes · 2 shares · 107,893 followers View post →
Julian Sweetman
@sweetman_julian · X

We know that HbA1c correlates with outcomes in people with diabetes - does this provide more support for the pursuit of low carb diets ? https://t.co/Y0Pwy0HNn2 #diabetes #lowcarb

Feb 3, 2019 · 12 followers View post →